Academic Development

Each boarder has a personal tutor, who monitors both academic progress and development outside the classroom. Interviews take place between personal tutors and boarders on a regular basis. The tutorial system aims at building up self-confidence and providing the support that our young people need. Close liaison with academic staff ensures that boarders' progression in the classroom is monitored and supported. A structured evening study programme allows boarders to take full advantage of the teaching staff who are available to assist, as well as full access to the School's ICT facilities. Those boarders who require extra help receive it. There are weekend revision sessions held during the spring and summer terms for Year 11 boarders. Our overriding aim is to help our boarders reach their maximum potential and each individual's tutor will work with their boarding tutees, their parents/guardians and their teachers to this end.